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2 report gunshots on South Side Monday night, Madison police say

Tue, 10/31/2023 - 11:00am
Two people reported gunshots in the area of Moorland Road and Wayland Drive on the South Side on Monday night, Madison police said.

Gov. Tony Evers sues Republican Legislature over 'unconstitutionally' blocking UW pay raises

Tue, 10/31/2023 - 11:00am
The lawsuit was filed directly with the liberal-majority Wisconsin Supreme Court.

How to watch, stream, listen to Wisconsin volleyball vs. Purdue

Tue, 10/31/2023 - 10:35am
The Badgers host a ranked opponent at the UW Field House for the first time in nearly two months Wednesday.

Woman treated at hospital after stabbing during South Side disturbance, Madison police say

Tue, 10/31/2023 - 10:25am
Officers sent to the 2300 block of Allied Drive early Sunday found a “chaotic scene,” with dozens of people in the area, some who attempted to interfere with police.

Portage police officer hits hole in one, wins new truck

Tue, 10/31/2023 - 9:50am
A Portage police officer will be driving a brand new $50,000 truck after hitting a hole-in-one at a golf-outing last month.

Sauk County plans major extension to link Great Sauk and the 400 State Trail

Tue, 10/31/2023 - 9:35am
The Great Sauk State Trail’s proposed lengthening could stretch it about 28 miles northwest, passing through Baraboo, North Freedom and Rock Springs along the way.

How to watch, stream, listen to Wisconsin men's basketball vs. UW-Stevens Point

Tue, 10/31/2023 - 8:15am
How to tune into the first public game against an opponent for Wisconsin men's basketball this season.

Authorities identify 2 killed in crash on Highway 151 caused by wrong-way driver

Tue, 10/31/2023 - 8:10am
The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office on Monday identified the two people who died in a head-on crash on Highway 151, near Highway 49, early Wednesday.

You can buy a coat for $1 at St. Vinny's on Thursday

Tue, 10/31/2023 - 8:00am
St. Vincent de Paul's Dig & Save Outlet Store on 1900 S. Park Street is for the entire month of November offering up its variety of jackets and coats for the small price tag.

Judge dismisses Brett Favre defamation suit, saying Shannon Sharpe used hyperbole over welfare money

Tue, 10/31/2023 - 7:50am
The judge ruled that Shannon Sharpe used constitutionally protected speech on a sports broadcast when he criticized Brett Favre's connection to a welfare misspending case in Mississippi.

Rapid City hotel sued again; Wisconsin family claims discrimination for 'unmistakably racial' incident

Tue, 10/31/2023 - 7:45am
The Grand Gateway Hotel faces another lawsuit after a Wisconsin family filed a complaint in federal court last week claiming they were denied rooms based on race.

Here's what the Dane County Board has put in the 2024 budget

Tue, 10/31/2023 - 7:35am
The full Board will start its final budget deliberations on Nov. 6.

Man, teen charged with homicide in death of Milwaukee boy, 5, found in dumpster

Tue, 10/31/2023 - 7:20am
The two lived in the same home as Prince McCree, whose body was found Thursday a day after he was reported missing, local news outlets reported.

Exclusive: We break down a missed goal-line opportunity in Wisconsin's loss to Ohio State

Tue, 10/31/2023 - 7:11am
Wisconsin football's Braelon Allen was stopped short of the goal line on a shovel pass against Ohio State. Here's why the play should have worked but didn't.

Wisconsin Dells cemetery prompts ghostly tales

Tue, 10/31/2023 - 7:05am
The cemetery’s paved roads have no traffic, an advantage for walking in twilight. But when tree branches cast eerie shadows on headstones, I swallow hard and regret my choice.

3 things that stood out from Greg Gard before Wisconsin men's basketball exhibition

Mon, 10/30/2023 - 4:05pm
An optimistic Badgers coach is looking for improvements and some players to separate themselves Wednesday. Here's what we learned.

Jury finds Minocqua brewery owner, Democratic activist defamed newspaper publisher

Mon, 10/30/2023 - 3:55pm
Bangstad, who also funnels part of the proceeds from his brewery to his progressive super PAC, and the weekly newspaper with a conservative editorial position have clashed for years.

3 things that stood out from Luke Fickell as Wisconsin football prepares for Indiana

Mon, 10/30/2023 - 3:36pm
The Badgers' coach touched on several key issues, including dropped passes. Here's what stood out.

Metro Transit confirms reports of bed bugs on buses but think it's a limited problem

Mon, 10/30/2023 - 3:30pm
"Even though we’ve only visually verified two individual bugs, we’re taking this extremely seriously and keeping on top of it," Metro Transit spokesman Mick Rusch said.

Woman thrown into Cheba Hut window by strangers, Madison police say

Mon, 10/30/2023 - 3:02pm
Two assailants were arrested for attacking the woman and hitting an employee at the marijuana-themed sandwich shop Sunday night.

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